Doctrine of vicarious liability

The Doctrine of Vicarious Liability holds an employer or principal legally responsible for the negligent actions of their employees or agents, as long as those actions occur in the course of their work. This means that if an employee causes harm while performing their job duties, the employer can be held liable for the damages. Essentially, the law recognizes that employers have the duty to oversee their employees' actions and ensure they are properly trained and supervised, making them accountable for any misconduct that occurs during work-related activities.